LECLAIR ASSIGNED TO WILKES-BARRE/SCRANTON

PITTSBURGH – The Pittsburgh Penguins have assigned forward John LeClair to their American Hockey League affiliate, the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins, it was announced Thursday by General Manager Ray Shero.

LeClair, 37, has appeared in 21 games this season with the Penguins. He recorded two goals, five assists and 12 penalty minutes.

LeClair has played 967 NHL games throughout 17 seasons. He has 819 points, including 406 goals and 413 assists.